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Morgan Horse

"The Morgan Horse is a versatile, robust, and people-oriented American horse breed, valued for its stamina, intelligence, and friendly disposition."

Your Height:

180 cm

Shoulder Height: 152 cm

Age25-30 years

Average life expectancy with species-appropriate husbandry and good health.

Height

Shoulder Height: 145-158cmHead Height: ~197cm (est.)

The standard size measured from the ground to the highest point of the shoulder (withers).

Weight400-500 kg

Ideal body weight for a healthy, adult breed.

Cost/Month€170+

The sum of food, insurance, and basic care per month.

Character Profile

Activity Level

The urge to move and the willingness to perform of the horse in training and everyday life.

The Morgan Horse is an enduring, lively, and eager-to-work horse that enjoys regular exercise.

Temperament

Describes the character from calm and composed to spirited and sensitive.

Known for its gentle, pleasant, and good-natured temperament combined with high intelligence.

Beginner Friendly

How well the horse is suited for riders with little experience or as a first horse.

Due to its balanced character and bond with humans, it is very suitable for beginners and children.

Social Behavior

Compatibility with conspecifics in the herd or stable.

Very sociable and friendly towards both humans and other horses.

Reliability

Composure in stressful situations (skittishness).

Renowned for being steady-nerved, courageous, and reliable in various situations.

Versatility

Suitability for various disciplines such as dressage, jumping, leisure or western.

One of the most versatile breeds, used in almost all equestrian disciplines, driving, and as a leisure horse.

Grooming Effort

Time required for grooming, hoof care and general stable hygiene.

No above-average grooming requirements; standard horse care is sufficient.

Did you know?

Keeping a pet of this size costs over 80€ per month on average. Plan your finances wisely.

Character & Training

Gentle, intelligent, eager to learn, and very people-oriented.

Living & Exercise

Adaptable; comfortable in both stable and open pasture settings, requires daily exercise.

Health & Grooming

Very robust and long-lived, but as an 'easy keeper,' prone to obesity if overfed.

History

The breed traces back to a single foundation sire named 'Figure' (later known as Justin Morgan) in late 18th-century Vermont.

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